Views of the Neighborhood – Lakeway Storybook Walk – Conclusion

Today, we are returning to the Lakeway Storybook walk’s Black History Month exhibit. If you missed the first you can go HERE and catch up. I have to let you know the photos were a challenge. It was overcast but the glass fronts on the enclosures reflected all the trees. I did my best but some are marginal. We are catered by Garrison of Austin and our entertainment is Louis Armstrong.

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  1. Darlene's avatar

    It is a wonderful world and all of these amazing folks have helped make it so. Have a super Sunday.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Darlene. I hope yours is terrific as well.

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  2. Stevie Turner's avatar

    I remember Minnie Riperton’s amazing voice. How she reached that top note in ‘Lovin’ You’ I’ll never know.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      She was a real talent, for sure.

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  3. Laura's avatar

    Looks like a great time, that menu in itself is amazing! 🤩 And what a cool exhibit! Happy Sunday, John! 😊

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Laura. Wishing you the same.

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  4. GP's avatar

    I was in the mood for the porterhouse, but 24 oz.? Yikes!
    Great tour and contributions. I’m especially interested in the work of Mae Jemison, I’ll have to look her up.
    Thanks, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think that might be a steak for the week. 😀. Yeah, Mae is worth a look to learn more. Thanks, GP.

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  5. equipsblog's avatar

    Thanks for sharing this tour with us. We need to learn as much of our history as possible, John.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true. Being a history buff, I am always amazed by new learning. Thanks, Pat.

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  6. T. W. Dittmer's avatar

    Amazing exhibit, John! Lakeway seems dedicated to informing the population, and entertaining them.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I think that is true, Tim. This is quite an endeavor. Thanks. 😊

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  7. Unknown's avatar
    Anonymous · ·

    I was a double major in college-English and history (with actually more credits in history) but figured that English had a bit more job prospects than history. I did not aspire to a career that included “Do you want fries with that?”

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Ha ha ha. Thanks, Pat

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  8. coldhandboyack's avatar

    Great display. Your area always seems on top of things.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      We have super committees here. Lots of hardworking volunteers.

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  9. circadianreflections's avatar

    It looks like a great display and a great opportunity to learn something you might not have known about each person.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I felt the same way as I was walking the trail. Thanks, Deborah.

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  10. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

    This song always chokes me up.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is a beautiful song and can become a personal anthem. Thanks, Liz.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau's avatar

        You’re welcome, John. I like the idea of the song becoming a personal anthem.

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  11. Charles Yallowitz's avatar

    An awesome event. Must have been a lot of fun.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I spent way too much time reading the bios of those present.

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  12. Michele Lee's avatar

    A song that shall never grow old, playing beautifully in the background. Thank you, John. 🎺🎶

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It is a beautiful song that can testify to the goodness of life. Thank you, Michele.

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      1. Michele Lee's avatar

        Absolutely, yes! 😊🙏🏻

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  13. Rebecca Cuningham's avatar

    Wonderful tributes to great people.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      They were great. Thanks, Rebecca.

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  14. Author Jan Sikes's avatar

    What a fabulous display, John! And I just love Louis Armstrong! Great song choice.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I agree, Jan. It is a great song.

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  15. The Coastal Crone's avatar

    Great collection of people to highlight. Some were new to me. I needed that reminder from Armstrong’s song that this is still a wonderful world. Thanks for the good selection of food.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yes, it is Jo. Thank you for the visit today.

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  16. Sorryless's avatar

    This was a Hall of Fame Walk, Sheriff.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      It seemed to be that to me too, Pilgrim

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  17. Annette Rochelle Aben's avatar

    So many amazing people highlighted here! One of the most remarkable moments in my life was being able to thank Rosa Parks in person, shake her hand and have my picture taken with her.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Wow, that must have been a great moment. 😀

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  18. noelleg44's avatar

    I voted for Shirley Chisholm in some election. She made sense.

    And throwing gastric restrictions to the wind, I would have the lamb!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Yay on the vote and lamb

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  19. Dan Antion's avatar

    This is a good story, John. Thanks for sharing it. You did well with the photos. Those were tough conditions.

    I’ll have the Grouper with Charred Cabbage, Herb Velouté

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Dan. Good choice on the Grouper.

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  20. Teagan Riordain Geneviene's avatar

    Thanks for the field trip, John — and the music. That grilled red fish sounds good. I’ve been eating more fish for the past couple of weeks. Call me paranoid… LOL. Hugs.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Texas redfish are the best. Good choice. Hugs.

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  21. Jennie's avatar

    My goodness, there are so many wonderful people recognized at the Storybook walk. Hats off to Lakeway! How did you know Louis Armstrong’s What a Wonderful World is my favorite?

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      I can understand why it is your favorite.

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  22. petespringer's avatar
    petespringerauthor · ·

    So many wonderful people who have made life-changing contributions. I never get tired of listening to the Louis Armstrong song.

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  23. Resa's avatar

    A plethora of amazing people to celebrate. Thank you, John.

    Love the song. Here’s one for you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9I3UTG1dSTc

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Minnie is great. Love this song. Thanks 😊X

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  24. thomasstigwikman's avatar

    Very interesting exhibit and the Louis Armstrong video is wonderful. It is a wonderful song.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      And can help those who think everything is not wonderful. Thanks, Thomas.

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  25. Sue Dreamwalker's avatar

    Wonderful share John… So many wonderful souls remembered here. xx

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      So true. There were many more, but sadly, I ran out of room.

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      1. Sue Dreamwalker's avatar

        Yes, too many to count… 🙏

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        1. John W. Howell's avatar

          The display is 28. One for each day of February.

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  26. OIKOS™- Art, Books & more's avatar

    That’s fantastic, John! Combining the remembrance with a trail makes it to a great experience for young and old. Thanks for sharing the information! Best wishes for the new started week! xx Michael

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Michael

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  27. Pit's avatar

    Now that would be a walk for Mary and me. I must keep it in mind.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      There will be more throughout the year.

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  28. Teri Polen's avatar

    Fantastic selections – thanks for sharing them, John!

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Always a pleasure. Thanks for taking a look.

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  29. Tails Around the Ranch's avatar

    What a(nother) terrific neighborhood tour during Black History Month. Well done.

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    1. John W. Howell's avatar

      Thank you, Monika. So glad you liked it

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